Off the Mats Podcast

By: Jake Dante
  • Summary

  • The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.
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Episodes
  • Off the Mats Podcast #249- Rolling to Success
    Feb 24 2025

    What's up, adventurers? This week on the podcast, I sit down with one of my teammates, Mr. Rich Christie of Crazy 88 MMA, to discuss his martial arts journey from Muay Thai to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and his recent promotion to Blue Belt. Rich shares what led him to start training in the first place and then making the transition to grappling, the challenges he faced, and how BJJ has impacted his approach to training. We also dive into an important conversation about finding safe and reliable training partners—why it matters and how it can shape your growth in the sport. Plus, we wrap things up with some fun Rapid Fire questions. Whether you're a seasoned grappler or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Tune in and enjoy the roll.

    We want to give a shout out to @johnsfitmeals

    Head over and use promo code Mahoney10, and you'll get 10% off.

    Thank you, again, to everyone for listening to and supporting the podcast up to this point. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Tell a friend to tell a friend.

    Listeners get 20% off their purchase at simpleleaf.com and bjjwholesale.com with the code "BJJWIKI." Go check out @socialmediastrategiesthatwork. The account is operated by friend to the podcast and frequent guest @bjjmomma. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episodes on Spotify. https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook.com/offthematspodcast Instagram @offthematspodcast Twitter @offthematspod1 TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd WRITE INTO THE SHOW Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Off the Mats Nerdcast #16- Wide World of Nerds
    Feb 17 2025

    What's up, Nerds??? This week on the podcast, we nerd it up as I sit down with returning guest Mike Leng to dive deep into the ever-evolving landscape of nerd culture. We kick things off with a discussion on the Marvel Cinematic Universe and how its trajectory has shifted over the years before exploring James Gunn’s vision for the DC Cinematic Universe and what it could mean for longtime fans. Our conversation then takes a nostalgic turn as we examine Star Wars and its heavy reliance on familiar elements—does it enhance the franchise or hold it back?

    From there, we journey into the intricate and immersive world of Warhammer 40K lore and the growing appeal of the franchise. We also geek out over Legos and Lord of the Rings, celebrating the creativity and enduring impact of these beloved franchises. Mike and I also tackle the topic of toxic fandoms, discussing how online communities can both uplift and tear down the things they claim to love.

    Finally, we reflect on the importance of passing down nerd culture to the next generation. How do we introduce kids to the things we love while avoiding the pitfalls of gatekeeping and toxicity? Whether you're a lifelong fan or just getting into nerd culture, this episode has something for everyone.

    Mike can be found on Instagram at @unorthodoxnutrition

    Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media.

    Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotify

    https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj

    The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS

    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

    Facebook.com/offthematspodcast

    Instagram @offthematspodcast

    Twitter @offthematspod1

    TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd

    WRITE IN TO THE SHOW

    Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Off the Mats Podcast #248- The Limerick Globtrotter feat. Andrew Quinn
    Feb 10 2025

    What's up, folks? This week on the podcast, I sit down with Andrew Quinn.

    Andrew is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner from Limerick, Ireland, currently holding a purple belt. He actively competes in the no-gi division. Andrew shares his BJJ journey and experiences on his Instagram account, @the_limerick_globetrotter. He also hosts the HumanzeeJitzu Podcast," where he discusses various topics related to BJJ, including his training experiences and travels.

    We want to give a shout out to @johnsfitmeals

    Head over and use promo code Mahoney10, and you'll get 10% off.

    Again, thank you to everyone for listening to and supporting the podcast up to this point. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Tell a friend to tell a friend.

    Listeners get 20% off their purchase at simpleleaf.com and bjjwholesale.com with the code "BJJWIKI." Go check out @socialmediastrategiesthatwork. The account is operated by friend to the podcast and frequent guest @bjjmomma. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episodes on Spotify. https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook.com/offthematspodcast Instagram @offthematspodcast Twitter @offthematspod1 TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd WRITE INTO THE SHOW Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 13 mins

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